Holiday houses in Elma

Tailwind Cottage

A rural farm-stay retreat, located on a drowsy country lane! Our property includes flower gardens and an event barn. There are plenty of day adventures throughout the area, although we won’t blame you if you don't want to leave! We flipped our garage into this cozy guesthouse with vintage, earthy, Bohemian vibes. You'll find good coffee and special touches here. Eat al fresco in the Binzebo or meditate amongst flowers! Be still - you might hear sandhill cranes, owls, pheasants or coyotes.

Woods Edge Cozy Retreat @Whispering Winds

Immerse yourself in nature & experience the magic of the lush gardens, free-roaming bunnies, fairy gardens, stargazing area w/ telescope, meditating in the Soul Garden, trout stream on property, and the Privacy - no more than 8 guests at one time! Three blocks from downtown Spring Valley, less than .5 miles to local restaurants, shops, frisbee golf and outdoor pool. Come relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect with yourself or your partner. Live your Best Life! 420 & pet friendly, adults only please.

Cozy Riverfront Home on the Beautiful Cedar River

The Cozy Confluence is uniquely nestled between Rock Creek and the beautiful Cedar River. The home is spacious yet cozy. There is a large attached deck where you can enjoy a morning cup of coffee while listening to the creek babble nearby. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, this is the place for you! There are hiking trails throughout the property with incredible canopies of mature hardwoods. River access on the property makes kayaking, canoeing, or tubing a breeze. Plan your escape today!!

CR Station Train Caboose

Enjoy the restoration of our charming and cozy caboose! Complete with all the amenities you'll need and more! Linens and towels, refrigerator, microwave, a double burner hot plate, dishes for cooking, barware for cocktailing, and even the original conductor's chairs to watch the sunset over the horse pasture. We also offer guided trail rides on our horses for up to 3 guests. You can book through Airbnb Experiences here: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/6860469?viralityEntryPoint=2&s=7

Adorable suite with amazing courtyard and hot tub!

Enjoy our private Guesthouse with full amenities and our shared courtyard for your weekend couples getaways. Full bath, free internet, kitchenette with dorm fridge. *NEW* we have installed a hot tub in the courtyard. We also have a fire pit out back for use if you’d like. We do have 2 Great Danes. Do to continued problems with people following our pet rules, we no longer allow pets of any kind. Please don’t ask. Your suite is completely private but our courtyard is a shared space

G'ma's Guesthouse Apartment

Kick back and relax in this comfortable, newly remodeled upstairs apartment. Located in the center of town for your convenience. Within walking distance to grocery store and downtown amenities. This apartment features a comfortable living room along with a fully functioning apartment sized kitchen with complementary coffee and tea. There is a king sized bed in the bedroom. The couch in the living room would pull out for two small children to sleep on or one adult.

Cushion Cabins East

Very private, secluded and relaxing spot within 30 yards of walking or biking trail. Enjoy wildlife, plenty of deer and eagles to watch off the large open front porch. Fire pits for each cabin with firewood provided. Grill provided in front yard. Two private bedrooms with a queen bed in each. Kitchen included microwave, 2-burner stove and full size refrigerator. Coffee make and toaster also provided. River for canoeing and kayaking within walking distance.

Nestling Pines Treehouse

Nestling Pines Treehouse is nestled amongst the Pine trees on a hill deep in the woods. There is designated parking for treehouse guest only. A 60 foot bridge starts your walk up the trail to the treehouse. Then a 250 foot gravel path leads you to this beautiful Treehouse. Has electricity, running hot/cold water, walk-in-shower, flushing toilet, 2 full size beds, fridge ,A/C, electric heat , ample kitchen amenities, toiletry items supplied, and housekeeping.

Hill Top House

Located .5 miles from the Upper Iowa River, Hilltop house has the most perfect view. The house sleeps 8, but we welcome and encourage smaller groups as well. This location has 2 bathrooms, a relaxing loft and the most dreamy porch. *WARNING* When booking in the winter be aware of our driveway shown in the picture. We highly recommend 4 wheel drive. We also have a pack n play and high chair available upon request.

Experience Log cabin Living

Quiet Log cabin Get away, remote location great for relaxing and getting away from hustle and bustle. Within 1 hour drive of Mayo Clinic in Rochester MN. 40 min from Mason City, 8 mi. From Osage, Ia. Lots of wildlife to observe. Fire pit, sauna, large deck for grilling. 9 mi. From lake Hendricks in Riceville, ia. Great fishing and beach swimming, river canoeing available! longer stays most welcomed

WHITETAIL CABIN

Decorah named most charming town in Iowa - again Decorah is one of 50 Best small towns in America. Cabin with full kitchen, bedroom with queen bed, 1 full bath, lower level has 2 futons, satellite TV, central air, extra large deck, gas grill. Less than 1 mile from Decorah's bike trail, Decorah Eagle Nest, Iowa State Fish Hatchery, 500' to snowmobile trail, fire pit with wood supplied.

Buffalo Lodge

Enjoy a nice quite place with a pond and wildlife to watch. Enjoy coffee or drinks on the porch overlooking the pond. Minutes from Decorah where there is a bike trail and trout stream. Has outdoor fire pit. Firewood included. Enjoy paddle boating and kayaking on the pond. 1 paddle boat and 2 kayaks are included in your stay.